FeaturedNeuroscience·March 10, 2026·8 min readCannabis Reshapes the Way We Recall the TruthA new study reveals that cannabis doesn't just make you forget—it can lead your brain to "create" memories that never happened.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 19, 2026·8 min readSatiety Bypass: How Cannabis Overrides the Brain’s “I’m Full” SignalA new study reveals how cannabis hijacks the brain's hypothalamus to trigger "the munchies," offering new insights for treating medical appetite loss.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·November 19, 2025·7 min readCannabis Blunts Alcohol CravingsA randomized, placebo-controlled trial shows that cannabis with active THC reduces immediate alcohol cravings and lowers drinking levels in heavy-drinking young adults. After smoking THC, participants not only drank less, they waited longer before taking the first sip and reported lower urges to drink.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·August 26, 2025·4 min readHigh-THC Cannabis Linked to Psychosis and AddictionA systematic review of nearly 100 studies found that high-THC cannabis products are linked to negative mental health outcomes, particularly psychosis, schizophrenia, and cannabis use disorder. While some therapeutic research hinted at benefits for anxiety and depression, results were inconsistent and often showed potential harm.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePain·February 6, 2025·6 min readHow CBD Modulates THC’s Impact on the BrainResearchers have identified how CBD interacts with cannabinoid receptors to mitigate the negative effects of THC, the psychoactive component of cannabis. Unlike THC, which fully activates the receptor and causes side effects like memory loss and addiction, CBD acts as a modulator, fine-tuning receptor activity.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology·December 6, 2024·6 min readPsychosis Risk Tied to Heavy Cannabis Use and Genetic FactorsHeavy cannabis use and genetic risk for schizophrenia independently contribute to the likelihood of developing psychosis. Researchers used two large datasets to analyze the relationship between cannabis use, schizophrenia polygenic risk scores (PRS), and psychosis.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology·October 17, 2024·6 min readCannabis Leaves Molecular Marks on DNA Linked to PsychosisFrequent use of high-potency cannabis leaves unique molecular marks on DNA, particularly affecting genes related to energy and immune function. Researchers found that DNA methylation—an epigenetic modification—differed between frequent cannabis users who had experienced psychosis and those who had not, suggesting a possible genetic link to psychosis risk.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·October 2, 2024·4 min readCannabis Pill Reduces Agitation in Alzheimer’s Patients by 30%A new study reveals that dronabinol, a synthetic form of THC, can reduce agitation in Alzheimer’s patients by 30%. Unlike current medications, dronabinol showed fewer side effects, such as delirium or seizures, making it a safer alternative.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·May 13, 2024·5 min readHigh-Potency Cannabis Linked to Youth PsychosisYoung individuals who use high-potency cannabis between ages 16 and 18 are twice as likely to experience psychosis by their mid-twenties compared to those who use lower-potency strains. This research utilized data from the Children of the 90s study, tracking thousands of participants from Bristol.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·April 10, 2024·7 min readCannabis Compound Curbs AnxietyA new study illuminated the anxiety-reducing potential of d-limonene, a natural component of cannabis, when combined with THC. The research showcases how vaporized d-limonene can mitigate the anxiety and paranoia often induced by THC, opening avenues for safer medicinal and recreational cannabis use.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology·March 27, 2024·7 min readTHC Metabolism Could Influence Cannabis Use Disorder RiskResearchers linked differences in THC metabolism to varying effects of cannabis use and the risk of developing Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD). The study, which included young adults with and without CUD, found that genetic differences in THC-metabolizing enzymes can lead to stronger and longer-lasting effects of cannabis, especially among females who metabolize THC more slowly.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 12, 2024·5 min readDelta-8 THC: Rising Use Among Teens Raises Health ConcernsApproximately 11% of 12th-grade students in the U.S. have used delta-8-THC in the past year, a psychoactive substance derived from hemp with effects similar to traditional THC. This analysis is part of the 2023 Monitoring the Future survey, highlighting concerns over the accessibility of delta-8 products to teenagers, especially given the absence of federal age restrictions for purchase.Read More
